A member asked:

L4 wedge fracture, bulging throughout back, l3-l4 herniation. awaiting surgical consult. what can i expect?

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Dr. Rick Pospisil answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Lumbar. Fracture: Treatment depends upon whether the fracture is stable or not and amount of compromise of The spinal canal or neuroforamen. Expect a thorough physical exam ,ct scan and MRI. If you already have some neuro compromise there may be use of medication to lessen the ongoing damage . Of course brace and activity limitation is critical

Answered 4/2/2016

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